Can this rack be used outdoors,eg for beach towels by a hot tub?
41451
Absoutely! I love how there are four levels of knobs to hang items on. It's perfect for littles ones to hang anything on. Go for it, you won't be disappointed!! I used Gorilla Glue to glue the knobs in and make sure they are secure. So far, we love it and have no problems with it.
41452
It depends upon the climate overall in your area. I don't know what the base of the tree is made of but I don't think it is intended for damp areas. I think that over time the wood knobs would not last. Your idea is good but unless the weather is rather warm I doubt that the towels would all dry as you would want them to with the inner hooks covered with towels hanging on the outer hooks. I use a portable clothes line anchored in a heavy umbrella stand.
41453
I suppose it *can* be but it's not intended for that. It's made of sturdy metal and wood but will eventually disintegrate from the effects of sun and wind and rain.
41454
Sure but rain would eventually ruin it. Also wet towels would not help as the knobs are wooden
14584
Since this is a wrought iron type, I feel that if the towels are not soaking wet, they would be great for using for over night dry or after using from a bath.I sometimes use it for also hanging my overnight change of clothes, such as slacks, or jeans. I just love this little rack.
1626308
I use this to hang up wet towels after I've used them to shower with and I have not found any damage to the racks or items. I believe it is safe to use for the purposes you have in mind!
1416771
Yes it does & can also be used for towels in bath area. This is an AWESOME rack - shopped/looked for months & this is just so different & quaint . . . . I have it hanging beside a wine painting/canvas - PERFECTION!!!!
1834335
What you need to do is check with the manufacture of this unit. Some people place a large plastic bag over the foot and up the shaft as high as possible and use it in shallow areas along the beach. However you run the chance of a leak and could suffer damage from the humidity of the saltwater. Don't take chances if your not willing to except the lose of the unit from use in areas it isn't designed for. Personally no I would not take that chance. Joseph
14585
The rack is made of metal with a dull black finish, looks like wrought iron, but I don't think it is because it is not as heavy as wrought iron would weigh. I have hung towels on it after showering, and it seems fine. Totally wet towels from laundering might take a while to dry. My personal opinion is that it's probably safe to use for towels. I don't know how it would hold up under long term wet use though.
1989112
I would not recommend this for outdoor use. There are far too many places that moisture could sneak in. However, if you mount it upside down underneath some form of cover that can keep it dry it should be OK. For a while :)
843321
This rack doesn't "do" anything. That's the beauty of it!You buy the additional components for whatever you want to carry. I'm sure you could strap a surfboard to them, though.
1834336
What you need to do is check with the manufacture of this unit. Some people place a large plastic bag over the foot and up the shaft as high aspossible and use it in shallow areas along the beach. However you run the chance of a leak and could suffer damage from the humidity of the saltwater. Don't take chances if your not willing to except the lose of the unit from use in areas it isn't designed for. Personally no I would nottake that chance.Joseph
2115694
We use it to store pool towels. It is waterproof and sturdy enough for our needs.
1029505
Yes, this can work. I hang large towels there and it works. Hope this will help.
1161999
The entire rack can be used outdoors I think it is painted stainless steel. A little heavy awkward to carry for one person. Something might rust if left outside year around.
1368022
You could, but I would not use it in areas exposed to the elements. It may be fine, but it does not feel like it is made to be water proof.
1503837
I see no reason why it can't be used outdoors. However, be aware that it's designed to hold only a few light items - I doubt the string would last long if, for example, you put large wet bath towels on it. Also, the string might quickly deteriorate from outdoor exposure to UV light, and it's not at all clear if it can be easily replaced.
593170
I keep mine in the bathroom to warm my kids towels when they get out of their baths/shower but as far as use outside it doesn't really appear designed for prolonged outdoor use (ie leave outside)
1099095
It is not designed for that, and is not moisture resistant, so I would not do so. Units designed for outdoor use are designated as such by UL.
736015
I think that it wouldn't last very long if you used it outside , I think the bar itself wouldn't do well if it got wet often